[Joan Jones]

Randy is alive and well after a bit too much in the big wind and waves.  My understanding is that after a wet exit, perhaps on re entry, his paddle broke in half.  End result is that he has pulled out on the circumnavigation, is getting gear and boat back in tip top shape and will resume some legs of the journey, in preparation for another attempt in 2016.  I hope  I got the details right Randy.  We are so happy you are safe and sound! -joan jones